Saving What's Left At The End Of The Month Sounds Sensible. It Might Be Secretly Sabotaging Your Financial Future, Along With These Habits

Saving whatever is left at the end of the month sounds responsible. It feels disciplined. It feels practical. But as one Reddit user recently put it, for most people, “nothing is left.” That simple observation sparked a massive discussion in the r/povertyfinance community about everyday money habits that feel normal, but quietly drain wealth over time. The consensus was that if you wait to save until after everyone else gets paid, you usually end up paying yourself last. Pay Yourself First, Not Last Th ...